Overall score
Bicton
63.8/100
Palmyra
55.8/100
Bicton vs Palmyra, WA suburb comparison
Bicton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BictonPalmyra
Crime rate
Bicton
1687.8 / 1k
Palmyra
1544.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bicton
617
Palmyra
110
Population
Bicton
6,961
Palmyra
7,585
Metric leadBicton 5Palmyra 5across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Comparison summary
Bicton is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Palmyra is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Bicton pulls ahead on housing affordability and public transport access, whereas Palmyra is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Bicton, while Palmyra remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.